Pilgrimage to The Eucharistic Miracles of Italy
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Pilgrimage to The Eucharistic Miracles of Italy
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Join us on a Pilgrimage to The Eucharistic Miracles of Italy with Fr. Tai Pham!
DAY 2
Arrive Rome
Upon arrival, we are greeted by our Holy Land Travel Center Representative, who will accompany us throughout our tour. We will transfer to St. Paul Outside the Walls, one of the four Major Basilicas in Rome, where we will celebrate Mass and visit the tomb of St. Paul. After Mass, we will retire to our hotel for dinner and overnight stay.
DAY 3
Rome
After breakfast, the group will attend one of the highlights of the trip, the Papal Audience. In the afternoon, we will visit the Basilica of St. John Lateran, the oldest Basilica in the Western World. Next, we’ll explore the Scala Santa (Holy Stairs) believed to be those that led to the praetorium of Pontius Pilate in Jerusalem. We continue to the Basilica of St. Mary Major, one of the oldest and most important shrines dedicated to the Blessed Virgin Mary.
DAY 4
Rome
Today, we will visit the Eucharistic Miracle in the Cactani Chapel at Santa Pudenziana Church, one of the oldest churches in Rome. We’ll then transfer to the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel.
DAY 5
Rome
Exploring Rome’s historical center, we’ll view the Colosseum, the largest ancient amphitheater in the world, and the Roman Forum, the administrative capital of the Empire. We’ll marvel at the illuminated Trevi Fountain before returning to our hotel for dinner and overnight stay.
DAY 6
Lanciano
After breakfast, we’ll head to Lanciano, where we’ll celebrate Mass at the Church of St. Longinus, the site of the Eucharistic Miracle in the 8th Century. There will be free time to explore Lanciano before continuing to the Adriatic coast to visit the Marian Shrine of Loreto. Dinner and overnight at our hotel.
DAY 7
Loreto
Departing Loreto, we’ll drive through the Umbria region toward Tuscany. In Pisa, we’ll visit its monuments, including the Duomo and the Baptistery. Later, we’ll head to Montecatini Terme, an elegant spa city, for a two-night stay.
DAY 8
Florence
Today involves a full-day tour of the Renaissance city of Florence, starting with Mass at St. Ambrose Church. This church holds the reliquaries of two Eucharistic Miracles: one in 1230 where drops of Consecrated Wine transformed into living Blood, and another on Good Friday in 1595 when fragments of the Consecrated Host remained unharmed in a church fire. We’ll then visit Michelangelo’s parish church, Santa Croce, where Dante is buried. Continuing with a guided walking tour of Florence, we’ll explore iconic landmarks such as the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, Giotto’s Bell Tower, and the Baptistry of San Giovanni. We’ll also visit San Lorenzo market for lunch and have the chance to see Michelangelo’s David at the Accademia Gallery. The rest of the day is at leisure for personal activities and shopping. In the evening, we return to Montecatini Terme for dinner and overnight stay.
DAY 9
Siena
Following breakfast, we venture into the Tuscan countryside to explore the region’s rich history and culture. We visit San Gimignano, a well-preserved medieval town, and later proceed to Siena. In Siena, we visit the Basilica of San Francesco, where 223 Consecrated Hosts have remained intact for 276 years. Afterward, we check into the hotel for dinner and overnight stay.
DAY 10
Siena
After breakfast, we drive through the vineyards of Tuscany, stopping to visit the Abbey of Sant’Antimo, a beautiful abbey built in the 12th Century. In the late afternoon, we reach the valley of Assisi, visiting the Basilica of St. Mary of the Angels, which contains the famous Porziuncola. We check‑in at the hotel for dinner and overnight stay.
DAY 11
Assisi
After breakfast, our guided walking tour begins from Santa Chiara Church, honoring St. Clare, and leads us to Santuario Della Spogliazione to visit Blessed Carlo Acutis’ tomb. We continue exploring the town, visiting the St. Francis Basilica, celebrating Mass and marveling at the frescoes depicting the life of St. Francis. The afternoon is at leisure for prayer, shopping, or personal activities. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.
DAY 12
Castel Gandolfo
We depart Assisi and visit the Gothic Cathedral in Orvieto, which houses the holy relics of the Eucharistic Miracle, celebrated with Mass. Later, we will have time to enjoy lunch and wine tasting in a local restaurant. Finally, we proceed to Castel Gandolfo, settling into our hotel for dinner and overnight stay.
DAY 13
Return Home
Today we return home filled with beautiful memories, strengthened faith, and new friendships that we are sure to cherish for many years to come.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
- 4-5 Star Hotels
- Roundtrip Flights
- Professional Catholic Tour Guide
- 11 Nights Accommodation
- Excursions as per itinerary
- Meals (per itinerary)
- Gratuities: Tour Escort, Driver & Hotel Staff
WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED
- Passport and Visas (Refer to the section below for Passports or Visas help)
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